How the Ballast Resistor Works
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- Опубліковано 25 чер 2024
- This Video explains how the Ballast Resistor Works.
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It's amazing how a well drawn diagram and good communication skills can easily trump CGI animations so often.
By far the best explanation I've ever seen on this topic. Well done, sir.
Awesome! Somebody finally took the time to explain the "why" not just the set-up & routing of these wires, but why it is wired this way. This is very helpful in diagnosing a no spark situation. Thank you for taking the time to make this video.
most spark problems start with wrong mfd condenser value or it is defective if points are pitting look at condenser some just clean the points and ignor the condenser it is criticle important that the primary winding and the condenser match for instance i found my 53 dodge uses a 27 mfd for max spark it is a ball of of fire now had wrong value so a weak spark . this is refered to as series resonant circuit look this up it explains in detail (on line)
@@frankdavidson9675 Thanks for the extra info.
Great pictures, great description. Not 1 in 100 videos is so clear. I don't know why people have such a hard time communicating, but I am glad you are one of the rare ones who knows how to do it. Thanks!
Thankyou. I've only been working on old cars for 60 years and this is the first time I have understood what a "Ballast resister" does! Got it.......at last. I can now die in peace with the question answered, "What's that thing?" on my car! ):
Thank you for explaining how the coil voltage stay the same in crank and run situations. You made it very simple and easy to understand the circuitry.. well done
Very well explained, simple but concise, it's about time someone did it properly, it's helped me, thank you
I am very impressed with your performance in this video. Direct and to the point that what people want when they are looking for help on youtube auto video's. Well explained and demonstrated. You show what the problem's could be and what to look for. It really help the viewer diagnosing their problems. I learned some things here thank you. Good Job
This guy is one of the few people that actually explains the what a ballast resistor really does! Great video!
all comes flooding back. super simple, perfect explanation. awesome mate. thankyou
Perfect, answered all my questions... How to test, typically ohm reading, potential problems. Thanks for the video!
Thanks for sharing this video. I have to replace my ignition switch on my old Massey Ferguson tractor. This video was just what I needed. Thanks a lot! !!
A very simple and clear description on the function of a Ballast
Resister
Just saw your video ,thank you for helping a 76 year old vet
Awesome job, thank you for the simple yet informative explanation.
Thank you! Best explanation so far.
The best explanation I've ever seen on resistors. Thank You
Great video. I've worked on Mopars all my life and knew that a ballast resistor was critical, but never really understood why. Thanks!
These failed alot back then and some people used to have a spare ballast resistor in their car!
Great illustration! Great concise explanation! Nice, straight and fundamental information!
More of this guy, please. Really excellent video.
Excellent, easy to understand. Thank you!!!!
Excellent work man. Just the information i needed. I'm jury rigging a 6 volt horn to work with a 12 volt system using a ballast resistor to compensate for the extra voltage/amps.
Thank you for this explanation. You have saved me quite a bit of time diagnosing an old Bronco.
Great video. You've covered all sides of the ballast resistor what its for and when its bypassed
Great Explanation! Thank you. It fixed my tractor.
Awesome! Very well explained. Finally I understood the "I" of the started solenoid.
Best part is the absence of an annoying silly background music. Thank you..
And the actual explanation. Thank you.
Outstanding explanation. Thank you for taking the time to share this.
Thank you.... simple and direct.... thank you
Thanks so much!
Fantastic explanations. My buddy is a mechanic and shared this with me for use with my boat: A 1989 Ski Nautique 2001 inboard with a Ford Winchester Pleasure Craft Marine 351 motor.
I’ve been having issues with my motor starting (even with the ignition switch and key turned off) whenever I connect my battery cables. Seems like my Solenoid has maybe gone bad, but gosh your breakdown of the entire ignition chain is so informative I feel much more confident in tracking down the faulty part or cable (like you said, could be something crimped or chewed on by a mouse etc. 😅)
Many thanks my friend. You are an amazing resource of information and knowledge. Will be sure to share your content with friends. 😁👍
Thank you....this helped me so much
Excellent!! Exactly what I needed. Thanks for putting this together!
Thank you very much! I have an older Ford and this helped me out tramendously!!!
Thanks man! The tutorial helped me get my 73 mustang 351 CJ back on the road. Needed to add the resistor to the electronic IGto make it work right! 😅👍🏾🐎😎
Excellent video...perfectly explained and great diagram...well done!
Excellent job explaining this. Thank you for taking the time to share this information.
Excellent video. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks very much for taking the time to explain mate 👍 much appreciated from New Zealand
Thank you. You are a great teacher
I've watched > 12 videos before this one Finally explained the "why".
Excellent explanation.
Excellent video. Thank you!
Wow. Thank you. I am a newbie and really really appreciate this as I am troubleshooting an old GMC truck.
Fantastic!! My 62 Chrysler THANKS YOU!!
Just make sure when engine shuts down like he said, dont assume it is the ballast, check wire harness wires could be broken or just not fully pushed into the fire wall or contacts need cleaning. This was my problem and it took a while to figure out. Follow the power like he said you will find low voltage or no power and that tells you where the problem lies. This really helped and I liked the screwdriver pointer Awsome!! My 62 chrysler thanks you !!
Hello friend one question, do you know how to test and what to expect on the wires connector/pigtail of a coil pack i have a 1997 mercury mountaineer V-8, 5.0 engine, i have a problem just bought two ignition coils for my car they are good duralast brand but some how spark plug wires 5 and 7 are not sparking, I really do not know where to start testing and i do not know how to resolve the problem, i need help my friend please let me know if you can help me to figure out and where to start. Thanks in advance...
Best explanation I've seen. Great job!
You are the MAN! this is the explanation i've been looking for. I am switching to an electronic ignition in my 66 mustang and have to bypass the resistor. Thank you.
What do you have to do to bypass the resistor what takes it place?
Amazing video, very well explained thank you’
Absolutely the best explanation I’ve found let !
Great tutorial. Pictures are worth a 1000 words.
This os the best explanation I have seen
Outstanding job. I worked as a technical educator for 5 years, then 29 years in automotive manufacturing, part of that time developing service training for distributor and fleet customer service technicians. I am not a mechanic though, but, I recognize good tutorials when I see them (an all too rare occurrence). There is a need (unanswered demand) for no-nonsense training manuals and audiovisuals for the vintage car owner/enthusiast (non-mechanics, myself included), on early Ford, 6 volt generator, positive ground electrical systems. Actually, vintage car professional (?) mechanics could use it as well. Specifically the battery/generator/voltage regulator (control box as it was called in certain publications)/starter/coil and related wiring, resistors, etc..
You wouldn’t get rich but you might break even and just think of the fun you’d have!
Great tutorial, helped understand the reason I have a ballast resistor on my TR7 which now runs a 12 volt coil in place of the original 6 volt coil.
Be careful on coil selection some coils have a built in resistor. No need for external resistor
Dude! This was the best damned video I've ever seen explaining what happens at ignition and why there are ballast resistors. I am working on my Ford 640 and replaced the ignition switch was seemingly malfunctioning intermittently. When I pulled the hood to get at the tiny block terminal, I noticed that there was a resistor under the dash wired through the terminal block. This Tractor had a 12v conversion done to it long before I owned it, so I figured it was unnecessary and might cause a weak spark so I disconnected it (and installed a new coil requiring, supposedly, no external resistor) and rebuilt the distributor and put in a new condenser and points). When I tried to start it after all of that, it would not start at all. Since I know it had spark before I disconnected the resistor, I figured that ballast resistor must somehow be in the ignition circuit, so I reconnected it and it fired right up.
QUESTION: The new coil says it does not need an external resistor, which I take to mean that it has an internal resistor. Does this make the coil more in the 6v range and is that okay for the points and spark? If not, how do I bypass the external resistor? I've seen a lot of comments referencing the 12v coils burning too hot for the points, but does this matter at all?
By the way, it purrs like a kitten and all four cylinders have a good spark - I tested them all. Shocking how good this 1957 tractor runs despite the general abuse it has taken over the years. Anyway - thanks for the video. This was terrific help.
May 3rd-2021, that was pretty damn good, thanks for sharing your knowledge with us
Thank you so much for this. I have an old Jeep and this info. is exactly what I was looking for, great explanations too.
Thanks! Very simple!
Best explanation I've seen. Thank you!
Very good explanation, Thank you.
Thank You! A great explanation that totally makes sense! Love it! Peace from New Zealand :)
Thank you soooooo much!!!
Very clear explanation well done!
Hey Dude, This is a really good explanation of the system! Thank You. I will use every bit of your video to check out my 77 Chevy LUV and get all wires corrected.
Hey man....Thanks for the really cool video. I like the way you explain things. Your video really set me straight on the ignition system. Thanks....
Great explanation! Thanks!
Great video. Very well explained!!
Thanks for clairifying this!
Thanks. Really helpful
Great job Sir!!
Yes, very good video, thanks for taking the time to make it !
Thank you, with your info l was able to get my ford truck running right again. God bless.
Thanks for explaining this.
Excellent video. thank you
Thank you so much. I've been trying to find this answer for awhile.
Thankyou . great video very well explained
Very helpful, thank you!
Great video. Very explained and good art work
Exactly what I needed to know. Thanks
great explanation.thanks
Good stuff man! Thank you very much, a great help.
Nice and simply exclaimed 👍😀
Awesome video- thankyou
NOW, it all makes sense, thank you
Very good presentation, l did not understand this system. Now I do.
fantastic video...........very helpful............
Mate superb! Thank you
Great tutorial mate. Easy to understand and made a lot of sense for me to hook up the new wiring harness of my customer's Mustang. Cheers
Hello Sir, one question are you replacing the whole wire harness? If you do not mind to ask you, where did you buy it, is it new or used? I need one for my 1997 mercury mountaineer V-8 5.0 engine, at least for the coils and sensors in the engine compartment, please let me know if you can thanks in advance...
well done! Thanks!
Great informative video. thank you
Excellent video!
Excellent !
Great info !!!! I have car with bad start. My garage said pull plus from battery to coil directly to test. I did this but luckily didn’t fry the coil.
That was super helpful. Thanks for the easy to understand diagram.
excellent video!
Like everyone else has said, this is really well explained, thanks!
My '47 Ford, with original flathead V8, was converted to 12 volt system but still runs the original 6v ignition coil. 2 ballast resistors for this setup!
Very cool videos. Thank you. 😎 😎 😎 😎 😎
Thanks for this
Very good explanation
At first, I was here for the eye candies. I am glad I subscribed cause this is very good information with clear simple presentation. Now only if I can convenience Scanner Danner, New Level Auto, Eric O. to do the same with eye candies.
Very good video thank You